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MAC & Bronchiectasis | Last Active: Aug 3, 2023 | Replies (24)

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@rosnat

This dr, did not give me the nebulize 7% Sodium Chloride and Levalbuterol or the Amikacin. But when I called to ask them if he could change the meds due to the problems I am having . I can not make it to work this way, the nurse said if I was to stop or try to take them less often, I would develop a resistance. I don't know why that is right when other do take them 3 times a week. The restless leg thing only started after I started on these meds. someone was nice enough to tell me to check my Iron and Ferritin levels. I started back up on my Cramp defense and some potassium and the restless thing stopped but now I have pains in my legs and over my kidneys, so I need better answers to function. Hope this dr. comes through on this next visit. Thanks so much for your input. Hope all goes well with your visit and you are able to stop the meds.
Rose

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I don't know your specific strain of Mycobacteria, but for most types, 3 times per week is the accepted protocol. I think @dorma is right. It may be time to find a pulmonologist or ID doc with more experience in treating NTM.
Sue